Veste Niederhaus, Passau
Veste Niederhaus is a historic castle located in Passau, established around 737 and belonging to the Bsch眉tt district of the Altstadt district. By the mid-13th century, the current fortress was in existence, with terms "upper house" and "lower house" used since the mid-14th century. In 1358, a room for 13 pilgrims was added.
Following a powder explosion in 1435, the castle was reconstructed by 1444, boasting grand halls and chapels. In the 17th century, it was used as a prison, and in 1805, it gained military importance as a barrier fort. The castle was privately purchased in 1890, and despite changes in ownership, it remains privately owned and is not open to the public.
Following a powder explosion in 1435, the castle was reconstructed by 1444, boasting grand halls and chapels. In the 17th century, it was used as a prison, and in 1805, it gained military importance as a barrier fort. The castle was privately purchased in 1890, and despite changes in ownership, it remains privately owned and is not open to the public.
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Sight Name: Veste Niederhaus
Sight Location: Passau, Germany (See walking tours in Passau)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Passau, Germany (See walking tours in Passau)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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A charming German town nestled among the rolling hills of Lower Bavaria 鈥渂etween heaven and three rivers,鈥� Passau is a city of natural beauty and religious pilgrimage.
Founded over 2,000 years ago, this is one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. Its history dates back to Roman times when it was a small colony known as "Batavis." The latter word translates from Latin as "for the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
Founded over 2,000 years ago, this is one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. Its history dates back to Roman times when it was a small colony known as "Batavis." The latter word translates from Latin as "for the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles